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[earth_bonds]

[The feed crackles and appears to show... a young man? on the screen. His back is turned, showing a few silver streaks in his otherwise brown hair. His shoulders are drooped for a moment, but then he sits up tall- perhaps as though realizing that those he misses are possibly there as well? The weariness, however, shows through the calm facade

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[turntodarkness]

[That voice... It's... He has to take a few calming breaths--his lungs would not be happy with him. He has to take a few moments, collect himself, and then the feed crackles into existence. He hopes he's recognizable, but the years have changed him greatly, he fears.]

...It has been long, Terra.

[Video]

[earth_bonds]

[This had...been one of the voices he was silently praying to whatever deity that would listen to him -besides Hades- to hear. They years have changed him greatly too, and it takes a moment for him to look directly at the feed. That voice, along with the prematurely gray hair. A sad, grateful, slightly relieved, and tiny smile cross his lips. Brother... You're alive. ; ;]

...It has, Xehanort. I've...been looking for you.

[Video]

[turntodarkness]

And I have been seeking you.

[There's silence a moment. He tries to not let his expression belie his inner worry. Especially since he sees that graying hair. Something is wrong...]

...Have you any word on Eraqus?

[Video]

[earth_bonds]

[Makes sense, since he was no longer in the Garden. ...Oh geez, can of worms.]

...Not recently or rather, since he sent me out after clues as to what's ailing the world.

[He's gazing down now, not hiding his inner worry as well.]

[Video]

[watersacrificed]

[It takes a while for her to reply since well...seeing who you thought was your best friend and then find out they weren't kindda makes you a bit hesitant on shouting out random names.

Not to mention seeing those streaks of silver...it makes her worried and makes her stomach churn up and down. But...he's a live! He's okay! That's what should matter right now.]

You sure you're up to learn anything? [it's a tease, weak at best but it's the only thing she can say aside from TERRA YOU'RE HERE!]

[Video]

[earth_bonds]

[Stress and worry suck, Aqua. That much is certain. The shock of seeing their home like.... it's current condition shocked him and brought back some very bad memories.

The teasing tone, though... it's a welcomed change.]

Of course I am, Aqua. [The calm tone, however, is not reflected in his face. In fact, this is perhaps the first time he's been beaming since the exam.]

[video]

[watersacrificed]

[Slowly a smile appears on her face, but she remains calm...completely calm.]

So I won't be helping you study for exams this time around? [Another tease as she starts to look for him. She will not run around for him..nope. She'll just calmly look around...then maybe tackle him..and surprise him.]

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[earth_bonds]

[He smiles back, tilting his head to the side.] Very funny. I did try on my own before, Aqua. You know that.

[He's totally right outside the library, Aqua. Totally. |D]

[video]

[silence_in_six]

[For one moment, he debates. Not unusual, really, but in these circumstances...

He could be wrong. He could, but Zexion is relatively certain he isn't. That facial structure, the similarities... Well. Nothing is gained if one takes no risks. So it is after a few moments that Zexion appears on the screen, smiling innocently and appearing nothing more than a happy and inquisitive child.]

I sincerely hope that you will feel welcome at the academy. It will be a pleasure to meet you.

However, I do not believe you ever gave a name...?

[The illusionary words settle on a dark green color, still enough to stand out from the colors Zexion wears.]

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[earth_bonds]

["Xemnas" raises an eyebrow at the image of a small child on the screen, but he says nothing as he reads the words across the screen. ...An interesting ability, that much is certain.]

Ah, my apologies. I am called Xemnas. [But there is another name, one that holds more meaning.] I wonder, though... Have you heard of the name "Terra"?

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[silence_in_six]

[Hmmmm... Terra, Latin for 'earth'... Zexion shakes his head, still innocent in appearance.]

While I have heard of many individuals with that name, I am uncertain if I have heard of the individual you seem to be referencing specifically.

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[earth_bonds]

[A faint smirk, though... that is all he would give for the time being to show any amusement.]

Hm... And what of Xehanort? [Time to ask around about his brother, albeit discreetly.]

[protectmemaria]

Ah, another new student. Welcome to the academy. I am Minister Frollo, professor of Law here.

[earth_bonds]

A pleasure, Minister. I'm Terra, though I prefer going by Xemnas.

[Teachers were the only ones besides friends and family who'd know his true name if he had any say in it.]

[protectmemaria]

[Frollo is forced to suppress a roll of his eyes. Another student who refuses to go by their given name? Is this some sort of bid for identity and respect?]

Xemnas... I see. Might I inquire as to which classes you are taking here?

[earth_bonds]

[No, it is not. Trust him when he says it isn't.

It also seems as though he just pulled out a piece of paper from his pocket off camera, for now he's reading the classes.]

Philosophy 101, Martial Arts and Swordsmanship, Elementary Latin,Fundamentals of Physics and, ironically... [A faint hint of a smirk.] ...I'd just signed up for Introduction to Modern Justice Systems.

[obviousroyal]

It seems you are quite stuck on formalities. I can guarentee you that the majority of the people here are quite casual, and you have no need to be so upright and polite with them.

[Never mind her own formal form of speaking.]

[earth_bonds]

Just the way I was raised, sorry. [He offers a faint smile, noting that formal form of speech.]

[obviousroyal]

Well, at any rate, I doubt it will deter anyone from becoming aquainted with you. The students and staff here are quite... unique.

I am Princess Jasmine, by the way. I am afraid I never got your name?

[earth_bonds]

It hasn't, yet. [A chuckle, before offering a polite bow of sorts in recognition.]

I am called Xemnas. [Though he goes by another name... Xemnas is just an alias, after all.]